Photographer's Note

Another perspective on the Neptune fountain in Bologna; this one taken from the Piazza Maggiore.

Bologna is the largest city and capital of Emilia-Romagna Region in Northern Italy. It is the seventh most populous city in Italy, located in the heart of a metropolitan area officially recognized by the Italian government as a città metropolitana of about one million.

The city, the first settlements of which date back to at least 1000 BC, has always been an important urban centre, first under the Etruscans (Velzna/Felsina) and the Celts (Bona), then under the Romans (Bononia), then again in the Middle Ages, as a free municipality. For one century it was the fifth largest European city based on population.

Hello Stephen,
Good bright and clear view of a square in this Italian city. The statue in the BG acts as an attractive focal point. The light has helped to bring out beautiful colours and nice clarity in this composition. I like the inclusion of the tourists/pedestrians who are leisurely strolling on the square soaking in the bright sun shine. I like it. Thanks for sharing.
Regards,
Subho

Vibrant piazza scenery, Stephen, caught nicely a portrait of a mother and daughter in front.
Fine sunny day, many people/tourists stroll along, and the Neptune statue prominently looks from a high POV.
Enjoy a nice weekend,
Ike

Hello Stephen
This is a good relaxed scene, typical of a holiday picture.I like the ocre tones of the buildings which make a good backdrop for the statues.
Haven`t heard from you in a while.Are you O.K?
Best Wishes
Gladys.

Hi Stephen,
Trust you are well and having better weather than the Uk, rain and more rain, would not mind if it was snow.
Lovely sunny photo of this scene in Bologna, and I see it is September when this was, ohh for those warmer days hey.
Great Pov, super colours, splendid fountain pity it was nor working. Informative note, Tfs,
Cheers,
Iain.

Hello Stephen - We will be in Italy in May and one thing your shots have underlined for me is the life to be found and enjoyed in the open spaces of the piazzas. I cannot imagine living in a place with such fabulous and distinctive architecture and relaxed surroundings. Another super shot which conveys the atmosphere of the Italian piazzas very well. Warm regards Rosemary